1984 Ford Escort vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
